It’s time to deck the halls. The holidays give us an opportunity to freshen up our homes with festive cheer. Every year, I seem to use the same decorations. I was looking for some new ideas, so I decided to find some inspiration at the Scottsdale Farms Christmas Open House.
And, it was easy to get in the holiday spirit as the Open House had carolers, food, drinks, door prizes, holiday decor and shoppers buzzing about.
There were wooden signs, outdoor wooden reindeer, vintage glass Christmas trees, dishes, mini trees, wreaths and so much more.
There were so many things to choose from and it can feel overwhelming to figure out how to get started. To get some simple tips on how to decorate for the holidays, Macaroni Kid ARM spoke to DeBorah Loomis, Boutique Manager/Buyer at Scottsdale Farms:
- The first step is to pick a theme. For example, if you are going with a Glitz-n-Glamor theme you will want whites, golds and silvers. If you are going with a more traditional theme, then you would chose reds and greens.
- Next, dress your entryway! Your entryway is the focal point of your home and should be both welcoming and enchanting. If you make it magical and amazing, guests will be excited about coming in to see what’s inside!
- Lastly, make sure your decorating is cohesive. Include the same theme and color palette with the Christmas tree, buffet, and table scape as with your entryway. A common theme and decorating style lends it to being inviting, enchanting and helps your guests feel festive!
Scottsdale Farms has many fully themed Christmas trees on display. My favorite Christmas tree was the farmhouse tree with farm animals, red trucks and galvanized ornaments. The garland was rustic jute with light bulb glass ornaments. I thought this idea around a farmhouse themed tree would be fun for a kid’s playroom. What kid doesn’t love animals and trucks?
Above everything, be sure to enjoy the holidays this season. Decorating doesn’t have to be time consuming. Keep it simple and stress-free. It’s the most wonderful time of the year, after all!
